Celebrating Family Caregivers: The Heart of Senior Care at Kline Galland Family caregivers are the unsung heroes of senior care, and at Kline Galland, we see their incredible dedication firsthand every day. National Family Caregivers Month is the perfect time to recognize the vital role these individuals play in the lives of their loved ones […] Read More
November marks National Hospice & Palliative Care Month, a time to honor the compassionate support these services provide for individuals and families facing serious illness. At Kline Galland, through our Benaroya Community Services (BCS), we offer both hospice and palliative care to ensure individuals receive the comfort, dignity, and peace they deserve. Understanding the differences […] Read More
Nearly 4 million home care workers helped approximately 12 million Americans in 2021, and 91% of those individuals were satisfied with the care they received. At Kline Galland, through Benaroya Community Services (BCS), we witness firsthand the incredible impact home care aides have on the lives of seniors and their families. These dedicated professionals provide […] Read More
National Immunization Awareness Month As we celebrate National Immunization Awareness Month this August, it’s the perfect time to discuss the importance of vaccines, especially for our senior community. Vaccinations play a critical role in keeping everyone healthy, from children heading back to school to older adults preparing for the winter months. Here are the top […] Read More
Celebrating the ADA’s Positive Impact in Senior Living The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 stands as a cornerstone of civil rights legislation. The law ensures that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else, from employment, transportation, and communications to state and local government programs and services. President George […] Read More
Understanding the Signs and Taking Action for Brain Health What Is Dementia? Dementia is not a single disease; it’s an overall term, like heart disease, that covers a wide range of specific medical conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease. Disorders grouped under the general term “dementia” are caused by abnormal brain changes. These changes trigger a decline […] Read More
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often associated with younger individuals and recent traumatic experiences, but PTSD can affect individuals of any age at any time, including seniors. As older adults navigate the complexities of aging, past traumas can resurface, significantly affecting their mental and physical well-being. June is PTSD Awareness Month and a reminder to […] Read More
Taking Men’s Health Seriously: Tips for a Longer, Healthier Life Does an apple a day keep the doctor away? Only if you aim it well enough. All (dad) joking aside, men’s health is an important if sometimes overlooked topic. On average, men die five years sooner than women and are at higher risk for many […] Read More
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How do you want to live? Advance care planning is like a roadmap for your future. It’s a way to make decisions about possible medical treatments in case you’re unable to advocate for yourself. And, contrary to what most people think, it’s not just for seniors or those toward the end of life – it’s […] Read More
